GAT (group)

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GAT
OriginPhilippines
Genres P-pop
Years active2025–present
Labels Ivory Music
MembersEthan
Charles
Michael
Hans
Derick

Gat (stylized in all caps) is a Filipino boy band under Ivory Music and managed by Viva Artists Agency. The group is composed of five members: Ethan, Charles, Michael, Hans, and Derick. [1]

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Name

The group's name carries layered meaning. It is derived from Gat, a Tagalog honorific historically used to denote nobility, as in Gatdula. It was occasionally used during the Spanish colonial period to refer to notable Filipino figures, similar to "Sir" in English. [2] The group's name also function as an acronym for Gawang Atin 'To (lit. 'Made by Us'), reflecting the group's focus on promoting Filipino talent and creativity. The name was chosen to highlight both cultural heritage and a modern, youth-driven artistic approach. [1]

History

2024-2025: Formation and Pre-Debut

GAT was formed in mid-2024 through an extensive talent search by Viva Artists Agency, bringing together members with diverse backgrounds in singing, dancing and acting. The group spent nearly a year in intensive training before their official introduction. [2]

GAT made their first official public appearance in early 2025 with the release of a dance performance video of their pre-debut song, a cover of James Reid's hit song "Huwag Ka Nang Humirit" (lit. 'Don't push further'), which dropped on January 10, 2025, which showcased their vocal blend and modern R&B influences. [3] The group made their first live television performance on Eat Bulaga! on TV5 on February 8, 2025. [4]

Their follow-up pre-debut single, "Daleng Dale" (lit. 'You really got it')—a rendition of MMJ's original song—was part of the soundtrack for the Viva One's teen drama Ang Mutya ng Section E . GAT members Ethan, Charles, Michael and Derick also played supporting roles in the series. [2] The music video of "Daleng Dale" was launched on the group's official YouTube page on April 2, 2025. [5]

On March 15, 2025, GAT made their first musical festival performance at the Fusion: The Philippine Music Festival in the CCP Open Grounds. [6]

GAT's Ethan David apologized on May 8, 2025 for a video showing him enacting a sexual joke with dancer Shawn Castro. Bini's Jhoanna was also seen in the clip, with fans speculating that a few of the voices that could be heard in the video belonged to two other Bini members. Ethan, via his management, took responsibility, affirmed respect for women, and said the video didn't reflect his values. [7]

In June, 2025, GAT was named part of Billboard Philippines ’ "P-Pop Rising Class" alongside Alamat, BGYO, KAIA, G22, and VXON, recognizing their rising prominence in the P-pop genre. [8]

GAT performed alongside Viva artists Amiel Sol, Earl Agustin, and Rob Deniel at the Ang Mutya ng Section E: OST Live in Concert on June 20, 2025 at the New Frontier Theater in Quezon City, celebrating the series’ soundtrack. [9]

2025: Debut

The group made its official debut with the release of the single, "Kakaiba" (lit. 'Unique') on August 1, 2025. [10] They performed the song on Eat Bulaga! on August 8, 2025 with Rabin Angeles. [11]

Members

Discography

Singles

List of singles, showing year released, selected chart positions, and associated albums
TitleYearPeak chart positionsAlbumRef.
PHL
[a]
"Huwag Ka Nang Humirit" [b] 2025—Non-album single [12]
"Daleng Dale" [c] —Ang Mutya Ng Section E OST [13]
"Rainbow" [d] —Non-album single [14]
"Marikit" [e] —Non-album single [15]
"Kakaiba"—Non-album single [16]

Filmography

Music Videos

YearTitleDirectorRef.
2025"Daleng Dale"Jay-Ar Villarojas [17]
"Kakaiba" [18]

Television

As guest appearance

YearDateProgramNetworkRef.
2025February 8 Eat Bulaga! TV5, RPTV [4]
March 21 Gud Morning Kapatid TV5, RPTV [19]
March 22Eat Bulaga!TV5, RPTV [20]
March 25 TiktoClock GMA [21]
May 26Gud Morning KapatidTV5, RPTV [22]
July 26 Sing Galing! TV5 [23]
August 8Eat Bulaga!TV5, RPTV [11]

Notes

  1. ↑ Peak chart positions for songs on the Philippines Hot 100 charts
  2. ↑ James Reid cover, Pre-debut single
  3. ↑ MMJ cover, Pre-debut single
  4. ↑ South Border cover, Pre-debut single
  5. ↑ Juan Caoile and Kyleswish cover, Pre-debut single

References

  1. 1 2 Egrawas, Yeoh; Santos, Jacob (January 30, 2025). "PARCINQFRESH: New on the Line Featuring GAT". PARCINQ Magazine. Archived from the original on May 4, 2025. Retrieved April 10, 2025.
  2. 1 2 3 Acierto, Drew (March 13, 2025). "Rookie Sensation GAT Set to Shake Up P-Pop Scene". ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on May 4, 2025. Retrieved April 10, 2025.
  3. ↑ "GAT to Conquer P-Pop Scene as Newest Boy Group". Manila Bulletin. March 5, 2025. Archived from the original on May 4, 2025. Retrieved April 10, 2025.
  4. 1 2 New:ID, GAT, at Hori7on, pinakilig ang mga estudyante ng LSPU!. Eat Bulaga! Official YouTube Channel. February 8, 2025. Event occurs at 03:50-07:11. Archived from the original on May 4, 2025. Retrieved April 10, 2025.
  5. ↑ Music video ng GAT na 'Daleng Dale,' inilabas na : Frontline Tonight (in Tagalog). News5 Official YouTube Channel. April 2, 2025. Retrieved April 11, 2025.
  6. ↑ Regis, Ralph (March 7, 2025). "Rookie Group GAT Are Ready To Be The Next P-pop Sensation". Billboard Philippines. Archived from the original on May 4, 2025. Retrieved April 10, 2025.
  7. ↑ Baylon, Khryzztine Joy (May 8, 2025). "BINI, Ethan David, Shawn Castro apologize for viral video". PEP.ph. Retrieved May 13, 2025.
  8. ↑ Basbas, Franchesca Judine (June 2, 2025). "Sariling Atin: Taking Pride In P-Pop". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved June 4, 2025.
  9. ↑ Iglesias, Iza (June 19, 2025). "'Mutya OST' concert brings hit teen series' music to life". The Manila Times. Retrieved June 21, 2025.
  10. ↑ Go, Mayks (July 21, 2025). "GAT Make Highly Anticipated Debut With "Kakaiba"" . Retrieved August 2, 2025.
  11. 1 2 GAT at Rabin Angeles on Eat Bulaga. Eat Bulaga! Official YouTube Channel. August 8, 2025. Retrieved August 10, 2025.{{cite AV media}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  12. ↑ "Huwag Ka Nang Humirit by GAT on Apple Music", Apple Music, January 10, 2025, retrieved June 11, 2025
  13. ↑ "Daleng Dale by GAT on Apple Music", Apple Music, February 7, 2025, retrieved June 11, 2025
  14. ↑ "Rainbow by GAT on Apple Music", Apple Music, June 6, 2025, retrieved June 11, 2025
  15. ↑ "Marikit by GAT on Apple Music", Apple Music, June 13, 2025, retrieved August 2, 2025
  16. ↑ "Kakaiba by GAT on Apple Music", Apple Music, August 1, 2025, retrieved August 2, 2025
  17. ↑ GAT 'Daleng Dale's (Official Music Video (in Tagalog). GAT Official YouTube Channel. April 2, 2025. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
  18. ↑ GAT 'Kakaiba's (Official Music Video (in Tagalog). GAT Official YouTube Channel. August 1, 2025. Retrieved August 2, 2025.
  19. ↑ P-pop GAT, LIVE sa Gud Morning Kapatid! (in Tagalog). News5 Official YouTube Channel. March 21, 2025. Retrieved April 15, 2025.
  20. ↑ EAT BULAGA: 'Daleng-dale' ng GAT ang energy ng mga dabarkads (in Tagalog). TV5 Philippines Official Youtube Channel. March 22, 2025. Archived from the original on May 4, 2025. Retrieved April 15, 2025.
  21. ↑ TiktoClock: P-pop group GAT, DALENG-DALE ang kiliti ng Tiktropa! (in Tagalog). GMA Network Official Youtube Channel. March 25, 2025. Event occurs at 0:45-6:25. Retrieved April 15, 2025.
  22. ↑ GAT, LIVE sa Gud Morning Kapatid! (in Tagalog). News5 Official YouTube Channel. May 26, 2025. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
  23. ↑ FOR THE FIRST TIME ON TV! MMJ at GAT nag-puksaan collab sa Sing Galing Kantastic Finale! (in Tagalog). Sing Galing Official YouTube Channel. July 26, 2025. Retrieved August 2, 2025.
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